Mechanical Rowel Spur

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Mechanical Rowel Spur, A metal spur with a rectangular base and a long, curved shank ending in a rowel. The rectangular base has a textured surface and two small arms protruding from the sides. The shank extends upward from the base then curves down to form a hook shape. The rowel, located at the bottom of the shank, has multiple sharp points. Attached to the top of the rectangular base is a long, thin metal piece that extends upward. The background of the image is a plain gray color.